About this Ontology, Knowledge Graph & Semantic Layer Lead role at Envision Employment Solutions

Envision Employment Solutions · Onsite · Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Envision Employment Solutions is currently looking for an Ontology, Knowledge Graph & Semantic Layer Lead for one of our partners, an IT Services and IT Consulting company.

THE ROLE

The Ontology, Knowledge Graph & Semantic Layer Lead defines, designs and leads the first implementation of an enterprise ontology, knowledge graph and semantic layer programme. This is a foundational, strategic role for someone who pairs deep hands on semantic technology expertise with enterprise architecture experience, and who has already delivered ontology and knowledge graph programmes at scale. You’ll set the target state, build the roadmap and governance, and get the first capabilities live.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Define the target state architecture and strategy for the enterprise ontology, knowledge graph and semantic layer
Design enterprise semantic models, taxonomies and ontologies aligned with business and data domains
Build the roadmap, governance framework, standards and operating model
Lead the initial implementation phases and guide the build of foundational ontology and knowledge graph capabilities
Identify and prioritise business use cases and quick wins
Align the programme with Data Governance, Metadata Management, MDM, Data Products, Data Catalog and AI initiatives
Advise on tooling, platform selection and architecture decisions
Build internal capability through knowledge transfer and mentoring

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

10+ years in Data Architecture, Semantic Technologies, Knowledge Engineering and Knowledge Management
Proven experience leading enterprise scale ontology initiatives, knowledge graph implementations and semantic architecture programmes
Strong grounding in ontology engineering, taxonomy development, knowledge representation, semantic modelling and metadata management
Experience defining target state enterprise semantic architectures
Solid understanding of Data Governance, Metadata Management, Enterprise Architecture and Business Architecture
Experience using ontologies and knowledge graphs to power AI, GenAI, RAG, enterprise search and knowledge management
Deep experience with several of: RDF, OWL, RDFS, SKOS, SPARQL, SHACL, property graphs, LPG and RDF graph models, semantic reasoning and inferencing
Hands on experience with knowledge graph platforms such as Stardog, GraphDB, TopBraid, PoolParty, Neo4j, Amazon Neptune, Microsoft Fabric / Purview semantic capabilities or the Databricks knowledge graph ecosystem
Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to engage both executive and technical audiences

YOU’LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU

Enjoy building something from a blank page and owning it from strategy through to first delivery
Can move comfortably between whiteboard architecture and hands on modelling
Know how to turn semantic concepts into business value that executives understand
Like growing a team’s capability as much as delivering the work yourself

WHY THIS ROLE

Lead a foundational enterprise programme from day one
Shape how ontology and knowledge graphs underpin the organisation’s AI and GenAI agenda
Real influence over architecture, tooling and platform decisions
Based in Riyadh, at the heart of a major data and AI transformation

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About Envision Employment Solutions

Founded in 2013, Envision is a leading talent solutions provider in Egypt and the MENA region. We empower businesses of all sizes to achieve their goals by connecting them with top talent through a comprehensive suite of services, from recruitment and headhunting to payroll and onboarding, for all your staffing needs – temporary, permanent, or full-time.

We don't just fill jobs, we build success. We've built a global network of highly skilled professionals, ready to add value to your organization's mission-critical projects.

In today's dynamic business landscape, finding top IT and software talent is a critical, yet ever-growing challenge. Envision steps in to bridge that gap, connecting your organization with the skilled professionals you need to succeed.

Our expertise lies in IT and Software recruitment, but we don't stop there. Our team of exceptional consultants leverages a vast network across diverse sectors, ensuring we identify the perfect match for every role, with a particular focus on filling your IT and software needs.

We deliver across the board, with IT expertise at the core.

High-performing, versatile teams: Our consultants bring a wealth of experience from diverse industries, allowing us to tackle any project. With a 95% completion rate (the remaining 5% due to unforeseen circumstances), you can be confident in our ability to deliver results.
IT/Software focus: We leverage our deep understanding of the IT and software landscape to find the perfect talent for your specific needs, maximizing the value you get from each hire.
Collaborative, budget-conscious approach: We work closely with your team to understand your requirements and optimize your hiring budget, ensuring a cost-effective and successful recruitment process

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